Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Breastfeeding lowers the risk of diabetes as well as breast and ovarian cancers for mothers. Goodboy Picture Company/E+ via Getty ...

SHREVEPORT, La. - August is breastfeeding awareness month. A time to shine a light on the benefits of breastfeeding and the support that mothers need. While it's often seen as a natural act, there's ...

Breastfeeding has been recognized for its numerous benefits for babies and mothers. It provides nutrients to support the infant’s growth and development. It also provides opportunities for the mother ...

Breastmilk is a strong source of nutrition for babies, yet only about 1 in 4 infants get it exclusively, according to the CDC. August kicks off with World Breastfeed Week. It is a question moms-to-be ...

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August is National Breastfeeding Month. For decades, clinical research has shown how breastfeeding is beneficial to babies. Breastfeeding is linked to decreased rates of lower respiratory tract ...

ABC News' Dr. Jennifer Ashton shares what women need to know. Breastfeeding has now been linked to another added benefit for moms. Women who breastfed at some point in their life were less likely to ...

August is National Breastfeeding Month, and DeTar Healthcare System is proud to raise awareness of the many benefits of breastfeeding—while also acknowledging the real challenges new parents may ...

August is National Breastfeeding Month, so this week we’ll spend some time on the benefits of breastfeeding, to babies and mothers. Breast milk contains a mixture of nutrients that is ideal for the ...

August is National Breastfeeding Awareness Month — a time to highlight the health benefits of breastfeeding, recognize common challenges, and offer support to those who choose to breastfeed. It’s also ...

It is now widely accepted that breastfeeding a baby has advantages over bottle-feeding, notably for infant brain development. Although evidence comes largely from epidemiological surveys and is hence ...